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Newsletter #5, July 12, 2023: Application deadline is extended for class of 2027
I hope this newsletter finds you well motivated to make a difference in the world through social work! In this newsletter #5, I want to share updates about the program and to also welcome our new Practicum Director, Sergio Serna. Let’s dive in!
First, I’m pleased to welcome the first students to the
Department: Master of Social Work
Newsletter #4, June 20, 2023: Program Update: First students admitted to MSW program, come join us!
Hello,
I hope this newsletter finds you well motivated to make a difference in the world through social work. In this newsletter #4, I want to share updates about applying to the program and the importance of field education. Let’s dive in!
First, please remember the upcoming application deadlines
Department: Master of Social Work
Newsletter #3, June 7, 2023: Financing your master’s degree at Samuel Merritt University
This is our third newsletter for candidates interested in the Samuel Merritt University MSW program. Over the past two weeks we looked at how to create your online Social Work CAS application page and sent out suggestions on requesting your reference letters. This week I thought it would be helpful
Department: Master of Social Work
Newsletter #2, May 31, 2023: How to Ask for Letters of Recommendation and Why a Part-time Program
This is our second newsletter for interested MSW applicants. Last week we looked at how to create your online Social Work CAS application page. I hope the link to the short video on how to get that started was helpful. This week, I thought it would be helpful to provide advice about requesting your
Department: Master of Social Work
Newsletter #1, May 23, 2023: Discover the Impact of an MSW Degree at SMU
Hello,
I’m thrilled to learn of your interest in Samuel Merritt University’s MSW Program! As the MSW Department Chair, I’m excited about our program, and look forward to having a talented and diverse cohort. My colleagues and I want to support you through your application process, and as part of
Department: Master of Social Work